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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that promotes inclusive and accessible learning experiences for all learners, including those with disabilities. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), there is a great potential to enhance the UDL framework and create more personalized and inclusive learning experiences for our kids. This session will explore both the concepts of UDL and AI, as we look at how educators can work together to create more accessible and inclusive learning environments. Specific AI-related resources with be shared along with ideas on integration them into our classrooms.

Objectives

Understand the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its importance in creating inclusive and accessible learning environments for all learners, including those with disabilities.
Explore the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing the UDL framework and personalizing learning experiences for students.
Identify specific AI resources and tools that can be integrated into classrooms to support UDL principles and promote accessibility and inclusivity.
Discuss practical strategies for educators to effectively collaborate and leverage AI resources to enhance accessibility, inclusivity, and personalized support in their classrooms.

Tammy Lind

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Tammy is an Instructional Coach in Southeastern Wisconsin. She is a Google Education Trainer and a Google Certified Innovator as well as a Seesaw Ambassador. A former special education teacher, Tammy is passionate about finding web-based technologies to make the curriculum accessible to all learners. As the founding member of the Southeast Wisconsin Google Educator Group and the Southeast Wisconsin Instructional Coaching Network, Tammy is a leader in both her own school district and the educational community as a whole. As a result of that leadership, in 2017, Tammy received the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) “Making IT Happen” award. She has presented at various national conferences on using technology to “level the playing field” for our kids and loves to network with educators interested in integrating technology into our classrooms. Follow Tammy’s education adventures on Twitter: @TamL17

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